The death toll from the Brazilian floods has risen to 46 people and thousands have been displaced
The death toll from floods and landslides caused by Heavy rain in the state "Minas Gerais" southeastern Brazil to 46 people.
The fire department reported that the natural disaster caused the displacement of about 3,600 people in my city "Juez de fora" and"Oba"while 21 people are still missing, according to For the latest official statistics issued today, Thursday.
Relief and aid efforts
As the intensity of the rain subsides, relief teams and volunteers continue to provide assistance to those affected, while the mayor called for "Juez de fora"Margarida Salomao, residents of vulnerable areas to Immediate evacuation and heading to government shelters.
For its part, the federal government announced the provision of urgent humanitarian aid to the stricken area, which included sending medical teams and experts from the National Defense to support response efforts and contain the repercussions of the disaster.
It is noteworthy that the city "Juez de fora" This February recorded the highest rainfall in its history, exceeding double the expected amount, coinciding with the peak of the summer rainy season in Brazil.
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